Have your child pick up the slime in his or her hands and perform the following tasks. Record what happens after you complete each task.

Squeeze the slime.

Shape it into a ball.

After shaping it into a ball, open your hand.

Bang on it with a spoon.

Pour it from one bowl to another.

Turn the bowl upside-down over a sink.

Talk About Your Slime

Discuss with your child the difference between solids (e.g., rock, chair, apple) and liquids (e.g., water, milk, soda). Note that solids do not change their shape, but liquids do. Then ask the following questions. Help your child answer them by reviewing what he or she learned when playing with the slime.